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Hobbiton Movie Set | Step into the Fairy Tale World of "The Lord of the Rings" 🍄 Highlights: 44 enchanting Hobbit holes, savor honey beer at the Green Dragon Inn, and see the iconic Party Tree from the films! 🚌 Why Visit: The only real-life filming location of "The Hobbit" worldwide—every photo looks like a painting! Hear behind-the-scenes stories from guides, and discover hidden Easter eggs like Gandalf's path. 📌 Tips: ① Just a 15-minute drive from Matamata town; opt for a half-day tour with transfers. ② Wear a floral dress + straw hat for the perfect photo op by a Hobbit door! ♨ Polynesian Spa | A Healing Paradise by Volcanic Lake 🌋 Highlights: ▫ Natural sulfur hot springs in Rotorua's geothermal zone—skincare perfection 💯 ▫ 7 mineral pools to choose from (try the acidic pool for acne + alkaline pool for glowing skin!) ▫ Soak in lake-view pools while black swans glide by. 🌿 Why Visit: Ranked among the world's TOP 10 hot springs! Soak in milky-blue waters with faint sulfur aromas and steam rising from the earth—pure magic! 📌 Tips: ① Book the "Lakeside Deluxe Private Pool" with champagne for sunset vibes. ② Reserve early on their website—peak seasons sell out! 🌋 Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland | Hike Through an Alien Landscape 🔥 Highlights: Champagne Pool's orange-green volcanic lake, Lady Knox Geyser (erupts daily at 10:15 AM!), and bubbling mud pools. 📸 Why Visit: Earth's most moon-like terrain! Trek 1.5 hours through sulfur clouds—it’s like stepping onto a sci-fi movie set! 📌 Tips: ① Arrive before 9 AM to avoid steam obscuring views. ② Wear grippy shoes—geothermal paths are slippery. 🐑 Agrodome | Cuddle Alpacas + Devour Kiwi Fruit! 🦙 Highlights: Hand-feed adorable alpacas, watch sheep-shearing shows, and ride off-road through kiwifruit orchards! 🌱 Why Visit: New Zealand’s largest farm experience—super therapeutic to pet sheep! Taste 100% natural honey and golden kiwifruit ice cream. 📌 Tips: ① Book the farm BBQ lunch for juicy, flame-grilled lamb. ② Buy lanolin souvenirs—cheaper than in the city! --- 💡 Itinerary Tips Day 1: Auckland → Hobbiton (2hr drive) → Rotorua Day 2: Wai-O-Tapu → Polynesian Spa (just 20 minutes apart!) Day 3: Agrodome → Return
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